CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2009-1086: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Mar 25 2009(Updated: )

Heap-based buffer overflow in the ldns_rr_new_frm_str_internal function in ldns 1.4.x allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a DNS resource record (RR) with a long (1) class field (clas variable) and possibly (2) TTL field.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
NLnet Labs LDNS=1.4.0
NLnet Labs LDNS=1.4.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2009-1086?

    CVE-2009-1086 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service and possible arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2009-1086?

    To fix CVE-2009-1086, update ldns to the latest version that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2009-1086?

    CVE-2009-1086 affects ldns versions 1.4.0 and 1.4.1.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-1086?

    CVE-2009-1086 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • How does CVE-2009-1086 exploit occur?

    CVE-2009-1086 can be exploited by sending a DNS resource record with excessively long class or TTL fields.

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